Tamkang University is the first comprehensive university in Taiwan to establish the Department of Artificial Intelligence, and begun officially admitting undergraduate students in 2021.
The preparatory office for the Department of Artificial Intelligence was established on 1st August 2020. The first intake on the undergraduate program of the department during the academic year of 2021 admitted 1 class consisting of 60 students. There were 110 students enrolled into 2 classes the following year, and in the academic year of 2023 it is forecasted to admit 3 classes, totaling 150 students. The current focus of the department includes recruiting professional faculty members, designing the curriculum, and handling the admissions process. Additionally, the department is fostering collaborations with related industries and engaging with international institutions offering similar programs.